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Celebrate the 2nd Annual National Trails Day with a Hike at Stonewall Resort on June 7th

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Contact: Bryan Brown Brown Communications LLC FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (304) 546-5500 Celebrate the 2nd Annual National Trails Day with a Hike at Stonewall Resort on June 7th WESTON WV (May 27, 2014) -- Walkers, bikers and runners are invited to Stonewall Resort on June 7th and are encouraged to participate in the second annual six-mile hike to celebrate the American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day. According to Steve Ludwig, Director of Sales and Marketing at Stonewall Resort, “We are excited to host our second annual celebration hike and we invite our guests to walk, run or bike at leisure in this non-competitive event which will begin at 8:00 a.m. and conclude around noon.” Ludwig said there will be a $20 registration fee which will include an event t-shirt and a donation to the Stonewall State Park Foundation for future trail maintenance. The hike will take place on Rush Run, the 6-mile stretch beginning at the Stonewall Jackson Dam and leading onto the scenic property near the lakeside cottages. Ludwig said the hike is along a moderate to difficult trail and requires appropriate hiking footwear. Lead by park superintendent, Sam England, the hike will begin on a wide trail overlooking the lake and then climbing to the ridge top of a wooded area. Park nature guides will highlight interesting features along the way. “We encourage guests to bring any beverages or snacks that might be needed along the way and dogs on a leash are welcome. We will have a vehicle which will follow hikers and can hold extra water or personal belongings,” Ludwig added. While participants can register as late as 7:30 a.m. on the day of the event, those wishing to insure a correct T-shirt size should sign up immediately. All registered participants should meet at the parking lot at the end of the cottages no later than 8:00 a.m. The shuttle will then take registered participants to the starting point. Guests with questions about the event can call Samantha Norris at 304-269-8820 or email snorris@stonewallresort.com. “This is an excellent opportunity for folks to experience the raw beauty of our wild and wonderful resort and, at the same time, get some exercise and help us celebrate National Trails Day,” Ludwig concluded. About Stonewall Resort The Four Diamond-rated Stonewall Resort (www.stonewallresort.com) is a 201-guestroom property with a lakeside lodge and lakeside cottages, a conference center, restaurants, complete fitness center and swimming pool, spa and an 18-hole Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course. The resort is located at Stonewall Jackson Lake State Park near Weston, West Virginia. Stonewall Resort is a joint private/public development between MHLP, Inc. and the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources. Benchmark Resorts & Hotels® operates Stonewall Resort. About Benchmark Resorts & Hotels® Benchmark Resorts & Hotels® represents the finest in lodging, dining, recreational and meeting accommodations. Many are certified by the International Association of Conference Centers, the leading professional organization governing the multi-billion dollar conference center industry on five continents, and many have also been recognized with the coveted Benchmark Conference Centers® certification of meeting excellence. Benchmark Resorts & Hotels deliver highly specialized service that anticipates guests’ needs and ensures a hospitality experience unsurpassed and long remembered. www.benchmarkresortsandhotels.com. To become a fan on Facebook, visit www.facebook.com/BenchmarkResortsandHotels, or follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/BenchmarkHotels. # End #